Tatio Geysers

Name: Tatio Geysers Tour, San Pedro de Atacama Chile
Brand: Visitchile
SKU: ENO001
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Code: ENO001

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Departure Time: 04:30 am
Excursion: Shared
Duration: 7 hours
Starting point: Hotel in San Pedro de Atacama
Language: Spanish/ English
Departure: Daily

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Description

This excursion tour will take you to know the Tatio Geysers, geothermal field located in the Andes, the highest in the world (4,200 mts) and is located 89 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama.

Price includes

Transfer Hotel - Tatio Geysers - Hotel (regular or semiprivate)

Breakfast

Tickets

Guide

Price does not include

Air tickets

Lodging.

Tips.

Extras not mentioned.

Dificulty: Easy. Not recommended for pregnants, people with high blood pressure or children younger than 6 years old.
Departure: Monday to Sunday
Starting time and place:Summer: 05:30 am - Winter: 05:00 am (pick up at hotel from 04:30 am according to the season. Final schedule to be confirmed when booking) and pick up place at the Hotel
Duration: 7 hrs
Service: Regular
Recommendations: warm and comfortable clothing (hat, gloves, parka, scarf), trekking shoes, 2 lt water, sun block.

Itinerary

We will leave early in the morning from our hotel in San Pedro de Atacama to go to the Tatio Geysers.

The Tatio Geysers are a geothermal field located in the Andes Mountain Range, being the highest in the world (4,200 meters high) and located 89 kilometers from San Pedro. It presents in the early morning hours an impressive activity of steam fumaroles produced by the high temperatures of its watery craters. It is surrounded by hills that reach 5,900 meters high. Around 07:00 hrs. the maximum expression of these steam and water fumaroles is produced with temperatures that reach 85ºC, and that emerge from the earth with force reaching heights of approximately 7 to 8 meters. On the way and in the place, it is possible to observe vicuñas, llamas, rheas and vizcachas, while in the flora stand out the giant cactus, llaretas and coirón. With its famous setting and spectacular scenery, the Geysers are clearly one of the most impressive attractions to visit. On the way back we will see the majesty of the Andes Mountains, whose peaks seem within reach of our hands.

On the way back to San Pedro de Atacama we will visit the Putana ford and the different wetlands that can be seen on the way back and the characteristic flora of the area, if we are lucky we will be able to see foxes and chinchillas.

Return to San Pedro de Atacama.

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Faq

The best time to visit is between October and April, when temperatures are more pleasant and all tourist activities can be carried out without major inconveniences. However, the weather in the Atacama Desert is unpredictable, so it is recommended to be prepared for temperature changes.

Yes, although daytime temperatures can be warm, nights in the desert can be very cold. It is advisable to bring light clothing for the day and warm clothes for the night, as well as a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.

The most common way to get there is to fly from Santiago to Calama Airport, and then by land vehicle to San Pedro de Atacama (which is about 100 km from Calama).

Yes, especially in high season. San Pedro de Atacama is a popular destination, so it is recommended to book tours in advance to secure your place, at least 48 hours in advance if you plan to visit the most popular places.

First choose the date on the calendar on your right and tour options. Click on book and then fill in your personal and booking information. Once received we will process your reservation requesting payment by secure credit card and send you vouchers and final instructions.

San Pedro de Atacama is over 2,400 meters above sea level, and some of the tourist destinations, such as the Tatio Geysers and Lagunas Altiplánicas, are over 4,300 meters above sea level. It is important to stay hydrated, avoid alcohol in the early hours and take it easy during the first day. If you have problems with the altitude, it is advisable to talk to your guide.

In our tours the vehicle stops at the most important places of interest to make short walks, usually to get closer and have a better experience or better views. They are easy in physical terms.